Driving Safety

Safe Holiday Travel

Traveling throughout Florida can be half the fun of getting to your destination. During the holiday season, Florida’s roads can be some of the busiest in the country. The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is committed to the safety of all motorists on our roads and educating everyone on safe driving to always Arrive Alive through the Safe Holiday Travel campaign. No matter what season, as you celebrate, FLHSMV has helpful tips to keep you safe on the road.

The Thanksgiving holiday is a peak travel period for Florida families. We are committed to protecting you on our roadways, assisting you in any way possible and providing you with the information you need to travel safely.

The holidays are a great time for family and friends to create many memories together. Safety when you leave the house and travel is an obvious concern for us at FLHSMV, but please remember, safety begins with you.

Celebrate the New Year responsibly – always designate a sober driver when going out to celebrate. Responsible planning means identifying the person who will do the driving before your holiday celebrating begins.

Florida roads are inhabited by thousands of residential and foreign travelers. Your tires are the only part of your car that comes into direct contact with the road and endure the most wear. Maintaining tire safety is one of the best ways to “ARRIVE ALIVE”.

Tow to Go– AAA and Budweiser have partnered to provide free rides to those who have had too much to drink. Adults in need of a ride can call 1-855-2-TOW-2-GO. AAA will dispatch a tow truck and will take both the driver and the vehicle home, free of charge. This service is available throughout Florida – to both AAA members and non-members.

Florida Trip Tips Guide– With more than 18 million residents and 15 million visitors, Florida’s roads can be some of the busiest in the country. We encourage everyone traveling in Florida to join us as we lead the way to A Safer Florida by obeying all traffic laws and practicing good driving habits.